Carden takes home top prizes at the 2013 Synopsis Science Championship
Sophia H. heads to the California State Science Fair in L.A.
The annual Synopsis Science Championship showcases students in Santa Clara county and celebrates achievement in the middle and high school levels. Through this annual competition at the San Jose Convention Center, hundreds of the Bay Area's top students across many schools are challenged to go beyond their classroom studies to do independent project-based research. They work independently or in teams to address questions in the fields of Computer Science, Environmental Science, Medicine & Health, Chemistry, and Biology. Winners go on to compete at state and national competitions, including the prestigious Intel International Science & Engineering Fair, the world's largest international pre-college science competition, in Phoenix, Arizona.
Congratulations to Sophia H. for taking home the grand prize for the best biology project for 7th grade as well as first place in the Botany category, winning her an all expense paid trip to the California State Science Fair. She also received a nomination for the Broadcom Masters Science Fair, an invitation-only national math, science, and technology competition for middle school grades in Arizona.
Sophia H. heads to the California State Science Fair in L.A.
The annual Synopsis Science Championship showcases students in Santa Clara county and celebrates achievement in the middle and high school levels. Through this annual competition at the San Jose Convention Center, hundreds of the Bay Area's top students across many schools are challenged to go beyond their classroom studies to do independent project-based research. They work independently or in teams to address questions in the fields of Computer Science, Environmental Science, Medicine & Health, Chemistry, and Biology. Winners go on to compete at state and national competitions, including the prestigious Intel International Science & Engineering Fair, the world's largest international pre-college science competition, in Phoenix, Arizona.
Congratulations to Sophia H. for taking home the grand prize for the best biology project for 7th grade as well as first place in the Botany category, winning her an all expense paid trip to the California State Science Fair. She also received a nomination for the Broadcom Masters Science Fair, an invitation-only national math, science, and technology competition for middle school grades in Arizona.
Congratulations Class of 2013!
Students matriculate to top schools
Our graduating 8th Grade class was accepted to Silicon Valley's leading private high schools including St. Francis, Notre Dame, Presentation, and Valley Christian. Many of our graduates had multiple acceptance offers and had their choice of schools. We are proud of you all and wish you all the best in high school!
Students matriculate to top schools
Our graduating 8th Grade class was accepted to Silicon Valley's leading private high schools including St. Francis, Notre Dame, Presentation, and Valley Christian. Many of our graduates had multiple acceptance offers and had their choice of schools. We are proud of you all and wish you all the best in high school!
NorCal FIRST LEGO Robotics Team Wins
Carden Girls team takes home top prizes
The FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is an international program, created in conjunction with LEGO, designed to get students excited about science, technology, and engineering. Every year, FIRST releases a new challenge that engages teams in hands-on robotics design and scientific research. The LEGO Mindstorms robotics kit is used to build a robot capable of completing tasks autonomously on the playing field. Our eighth grade girls team, the Platinum Galaxy, won the most prestigious award and excellence in all categories in the regional championship, and were awarded trophies at our school assembly.
Carden Girls team takes home top prizes
The FIRST LEGO League (FLL) is an international program, created in conjunction with LEGO, designed to get students excited about science, technology, and engineering. Every year, FIRST releases a new challenge that engages teams in hands-on robotics design and scientific research. The LEGO Mindstorms robotics kit is used to build a robot capable of completing tasks autonomously on the playing field. Our eighth grade girls team, the Platinum Galaxy, won the most prestigious award and excellence in all categories in the regional championship, and were awarded trophies at our school assembly.
Honor Choir Receives Scholarships
Junior High students recognized for outstanding performances
The 2013 Carden Honor Choir recently participated in a remarkable concert located at San Jose State University. This annual event is sponsored by the California Music Educators Association (CMEA), a member of the National Association for Music Education and one of the world's largest arts organizations. Under the direction of CMEA member and our resident music teacher Mrs. Hopkins, our students were part of the 150 voice choir spanning Grades 7-9. Each member was awarded a scholarship for upcoming music education courses at the university. You represented Carden Academy well and we are so proud of you!
Junior High students recognized for outstanding performances
The 2013 Carden Honor Choir recently participated in a remarkable concert located at San Jose State University. This annual event is sponsored by the California Music Educators Association (CMEA), a member of the National Association for Music Education and one of the world's largest arts organizations. Under the direction of CMEA member and our resident music teacher Mrs. Hopkins, our students were part of the 150 voice choir spanning Grades 7-9. Each member was awarded a scholarship for upcoming music education courses at the university. You represented Carden Academy well and we are so proud of you!
Second Harvest Food Bank Drive a success
Carden shows an outpouring of generosity
During the month of October, the Student Council organized a Second Harvest Food Bank drive at school in order to help our larger community. By the end of the month, most of the bins were full to overflowing with donations for families in need. In addition, members of the Carden faculty arranged a group volunteer event and spent an evening at the Food Bank facility sorting and packaging bulk donations. Thanks to everyone in the Carden Family for their kindness and generosity!
Carden shows an outpouring of generosity
During the month of October, the Student Council organized a Second Harvest Food Bank drive at school in order to help our larger community. By the end of the month, most of the bins were full to overflowing with donations for families in need. In addition, members of the Carden faculty arranged a group volunteer event and spent an evening at the Food Bank facility sorting and packaging bulk donations. Thanks to everyone in the Carden Family for their kindness and generosity!
1-to-1 iPad Program Implementation
Students and teachers incorporate mobile technology to enhance the learning experience
Starting in Fall 2012, we introduced iPads into classroom at Carden Academy as part of a longer-term goal to continue to develop a robust and modern technology curriculum. Each student received an iPad to use for the school year to engage with class content interactively and collaboratively. The teachers at each grade level incorporated the devices in daily lessons and, for Junior High, included homework that sometimes included multimedia presentations. All students had iPad-based class content and access to devices throughout the school year.
Students and teachers incorporate mobile technology to enhance the learning experience
Starting in Fall 2012, we introduced iPads into classroom at Carden Academy as part of a longer-term goal to continue to develop a robust and modern technology curriculum. Each student received an iPad to use for the school year to engage with class content interactively and collaboratively. The teachers at each grade level incorporated the devices in daily lessons and, for Junior High, included homework that sometimes included multimedia presentations. All students had iPad-based class content and access to devices throughout the school year.
Scholastic Book Fair coming to campus
Monday-Thursday October 15-18, 2012
Come check out the amazing assortment of children and tween books and crafts available at our semi-annual Book Fair! Open to the public.
Located in the Carden Academy Multi Purpose Room.
Open:
Monday & Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Thursday 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Monday-Thursday October 15-18, 2012
Come check out the amazing assortment of children and tween books and crafts available at our semi-annual Book Fair! Open to the public.
Located in the Carden Academy Multi Purpose Room.
Open:
Monday & Tuesday 8:30am - 4:30pm
Wednesday 3:00pm - 6:30pm
Thursday 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Shuttle Service to Almaden
Stops at Sunnyvale Community Center, Santa Clara Library, and Rivermark Shopping Center
We are happy to be able to provide private shuttle service from the above locations to the campus on school days, as an added convenience to parents. In the mornings, the separate shuttles depart for the school at 8:00 a.m. In the afternoons, the shuttles leave the school at 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Cost is $190 per month and is managed by FACTS, our tuition management company.
A Carden Academy employee will be on every shuttle ride to and from the school, and rider names will be checked at the shuttle stops and again at school.
For more information or to sign up, please contact us at info@cardensv.com or (408) 265-3392.
Stops at Sunnyvale Community Center, Santa Clara Library, and Rivermark Shopping Center
We are happy to be able to provide private shuttle service from the above locations to the campus on school days, as an added convenience to parents. In the mornings, the separate shuttles depart for the school at 8:00 a.m. In the afternoons, the shuttles leave the school at 3:30 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. Cost is $190 per month and is managed by FACTS, our tuition management company.
A Carden Academy employee will be on every shuttle ride to and from the school, and rider names will be checked at the shuttle stops and again at school.
For more information or to sign up, please contact us at info@cardensv.com or (408) 265-3392.
Campus Location Update 2012
Santa Clara Campus closed as of June 15, 2012
With the end of the 2011-2012 academic year, the Santa clara campus on Homestead Road closed and consolidated with our sister school Carden Academy of Almaden, located on Dent Ave near Hwy 85 and Branham. Many of our faculty, staff, and Santa Clara students transferred over to our larger Almaden location for the Fall 2012 academic year. Carden Academy of Almaden sits on a 12 acre property with newly renovated classrooms and spacious playground areas. This new location can better accommodate our growth over the longer term than the smaller Santa Clara location.
For 2012-2013 school year, we have instituted morning and afternoon private shuttle service from Rivermark, Sunnyvale, and Santa Clara to the Almaden campus on school days. In addition, we have upgrading our technology curriculum with a one-to-one iPad program for junior high and laptops for the lower grades. We have also enhanced our afterschool programs to include more robust activities that provide a well-rounded experience for private high school applications.
Carden Academy of Almaden offers classes for Kindergarten through Grade 8. Preschool classes are managed by Appleseed Montessori, who shares the campus with us.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact us at info@cardensv.com or (408) 265-3392.
Santa Clara Campus closed as of June 15, 2012
With the end of the 2011-2012 academic year, the Santa clara campus on Homestead Road closed and consolidated with our sister school Carden Academy of Almaden, located on Dent Ave near Hwy 85 and Branham. Many of our faculty, staff, and Santa Clara students transferred over to our larger Almaden location for the Fall 2012 academic year. Carden Academy of Almaden sits on a 12 acre property with newly renovated classrooms and spacious playground areas. This new location can better accommodate our growth over the longer term than the smaller Santa Clara location.
For 2012-2013 school year, we have instituted morning and afternoon private shuttle service from Rivermark, Sunnyvale, and Santa Clara to the Almaden campus on school days. In addition, we have upgrading our technology curriculum with a one-to-one iPad program for junior high and laptops for the lower grades. We have also enhanced our afterschool programs to include more robust activities that provide a well-rounded experience for private high school applications.
Carden Academy of Almaden offers classes for Kindergarten through Grade 8. Preschool classes are managed by Appleseed Montessori, who shares the campus with us.
If you have questions or would like more information, please contact us at info@cardensv.com or (408) 265-3392.
